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Lovely Luxury Farmhouse 'Kaakberg' in the Countryside Near Amsterdam

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The Kaakberg front
House with wooden 'kaakberg' with spectacular views
Outdoor Sundance spa
Bedroom downstairs
Bedroom downstairs

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Warder, Noord Holland
  • Volendam Harbour
    13 min drive
  • Dam Square
    31 min drive
  • Anne Frank House
    35 min drive
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    46 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom downstairs

2 Single Beds

Bedroom Upstairs

1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Sofa beds

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom/ sauna room

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lovely Luxury Farmhouse 'Kaakberg' in the Countryside Near Amsterdam

Did you ever sleep in a 'kaakberg'? This farmers house is our vacantion rental and is build like the old hay barns that are typical for our area.
It is a great place to stay for everyone who likes to be in the countryside and at the same time near Amsterdam. When you come home from a city trip you can relax in this quiet, breathtaking environment with all the luxury you wish for.
The house has three floors: Ground floor with a hall, sauna room and a bed room for two persons. The first floor is the living with dining and kitchen (and the possibility for one more person to sleep on sofa beds). The second floor is a bed room for 2 persons and a bathroom. The views are incredible everywhere, but on the second floor you have an open view over the lake. There are stairs from the ground floor to the first floor and to the second floor.
There is a little beach, over the dike where you can sunbathe or swim in the lake in the summer.
This is a very safe, quiet and beautiful place for a honeymoon, a wedding anniversary, for writing, for reading a good book. If you like to be more active: there are lots of opportunities to explore the countryside by foot, bicycle or by car.
It is a great place for bird watching and if you like horses you can watch the neighbor training his horses at sunset. We offer a lot of amenities, such as bikes, a laundry room, sauna, outdoor spa (closed in winter from november till March) and fast wifi Internet at no extra costs.
You can read guest reviews and a special review of the VRBO Bear on the VRBO site (it is from the time we still had two places for rent.

The house is beautifully located in the countryside at the IJsselmeer dike very near Edam, an old 'cheese’ town. Amsterdam is 25 km away and easy to reach by bus from Edam or by car.

The house is suitable for 4 persons, but we have extra room for 1 person more. Pets are welcome, but we have some rules.
Children under 5 are free if they sleep in the childrens beds (one baby bed and one toddlers) we can provide.

We provide 4 bikes for the guests and there is possibility to rent more in Edam.

We live in the countryside which means there is no public transportation here. Within 3 miles there is a bus from Edam to the center of Amsterdam.

Because we live in the countryside and near to the lake we do have sometimes, mostly in the summer, musquitos, but we have screens in front of the windows everwhere and can also provide musquito nets.
To come to our place in wintertime has its special advantages. Of course it can be cold and rainy, but we have a very comfortable place with central heating. To visit Amsterdam at this time gives you less lines and crowds in the musea. To walk along the canals in wintertime can be magical, you might even have a chance to walk or skate on the canals!

Property manager

Saskia Huisink-Janse
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
See below.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1 Pet fee 15 euro. We do have chickens. The neighbor has animals too. Dogs must be well educated and clean when entering the house.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number Z2013-HZ_WABO-0012

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Warder

Located in Warder, this farm stay is on a lake. Edams Museum and Volendams Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cheese Market Edam and Kaasmarkt. Travelling with kids? Consider Irene Hoeve Clogs and Cheese Shop and Museum Hoorn-Medemblik. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Map
Warder, Noord Holland

What's nearby

  • Volendam Harbour - 13 min drive
  • Dam Square - 31 min drive
  • Leidseplein - 34 min drive
  • Van Gogh Museum - 35 min drive
  • Anne Frank House - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Obdam Station - 23 min drive
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Strandbad Paviljoen Edam - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪l'Auberge Damhotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant and Hotel De Fortuna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Jimmy - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Luxury Farmhouse 'Kaakberg' in the Countryside Near Amsterdam pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lovely Luxury Farmhouse 'Kaakberg' in the Countryside Near Amsterdam?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Luxury Farmhouse 'Kaakberg' in the Countryside Near Amsterdam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Luxury Farmhouse 'Kaakberg' in the Countryside Near Amsterdam located?

This family-friendly Warder farm stay is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Markermeer, Cheese Market Edam and Kaasmarkt. Edams Grote Kerk and Edams Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Haus
Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub !! Die Unterkunft ist sehr schön !! Die Vermieter sind super nett !! Wir kommen gerne wieder !! Lg Michael, Nicole und Gertrud
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philipp B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Haus
Das Haus ist schön und die Vermieter nett, außerdem gibt es interessante Ausflugsmöglichkeiten.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles perfekt
Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Woche und das Haus war super (besonders der Jacuzzi). Auf jeder Etage waren frische Blumen. Die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet und Saskia und ihr Mann sind tolle Gastgeber. 100% empfehlenswert :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mai Thao B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhaus im Grünen
Wir waren mit insgesamt 6 Personen im Haus. Die Ausstattung des Hauses ist hervorragend! Der Whirlpool ist ein Traum. Alles ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und gemütlich. Kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr gut
Sehr gut

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Perfect getaway. The owners live in the same building so you will likely run into them when you are in the backyard. They are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth T.

Vraiment super !
Magnifique cadre, super propre, très belle région, hôtes accueillants. On reviendra !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elke S.

Sehr schöne Wohnung
Toll ausgestattet mit Sauna und Whirlpool. Großzügige Schlaf- und Wohnzimmer, sehr nette, freundliche und hilfsbereite Vermieter.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Great location, beautiful home!
Very beautiful three story home with views of the country side! We stayed here for a little over a week with two families of three each, which the home fit perfectly. The kitchen area is well equipped and allowed us to cook easily to save some money on food. Beds were comfortable and heaters allowed for us to control temperature. Spa and sauna were great places to relax after a day of walking the city. Would highly recommend. Hosts were very accommodating and accessible during stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anja G.

Ein herrlicher Urlaubsort!
Dieser Ort ist wirklich eine Reise wert. Das Haus ist wunderschön und sehr gut ausgestattet, die Vermieter sind nett und die Umgebung ist ein Traum. Es ist sehr ruhig und man kann sich dort absolut entspannen. Für die Aktion ist Amsterdam perfekt, in das Zentrim fährt man gerade mal 25 min. Wir können dieses Domizil guten Herzens nur weiter empfehlen. Vielen Dank für den angenehmen Aufenthalt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Idealic setting , luxurious accomodations
We were delighted with our stay at the farmhouse 'Kaakberg'....the setting could not be more ideal....immediately across the road is the beach and sea, a lovely farm spreads around in every direction, the village of Edam is an easy bike ride away. Edam is a lovely town with plenty of shopping, good restaurants and bars. We day tripped to places like the Keukenhof gardens and Haarlem but mostly we loved just relaxing in this beautifully equipped and decorated home. The sauna and spa were wonderful bonuses to come home to after a long day of touring....Saskia was a perfect host....friendly and knowledgeable. Two weeks later after staying in a variety of other locations all four of us still thought this was the best stay of our trip......
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane M., Palo Alto, California, United States

Peaceful country place accessible to Amsterdam
There's always something to watch from the large apartment's living room. The big Holland sky with the ever-changing weather. A large green vista of fields and canals, relaxing to the eyes. Horses pastured nearby, frolicking, gamboling, or just feeding. The industrious farmer who lives next door at his many tasks. Staring out the window at the canals and fields and farm animals feels like being in Holland of 150 years ago. The apartment is modern and clean. We enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. The TV has an excellent sound system. Upstairs, the bedroom is a peaceful airy room with beautiful views of the lake nearby. It has a high ceiling and a wonderful bathtub. Downstairs, a sauna, hot tub, and outdoor patio where we ate when the weather cooperated. Also a computer/laundry room. The owners are super-nice. They gave us rides from the bus station.They also provided us with working bicycles and locks so we could do our errands in nearby Edam, or take the bus to Amsterdam. Most important, they gave us privacy. If you want to spend a week in the Amsterdam area, consider this little slice of heaven, and take the bus when you feel the need to be in the city. Otherwise, enjoy Dutch country life or the charming small town of Edam.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rolinka B.

Fantastic property
My friend from Hawai and I sprend 5 lovely days in this fantastic property this spring. We simply enjoyed everything. Communication with Saskia is always prompt and friendly. The daughter picked us up from the bus station in Edam, because we had no car and the house is just a dream. I travel professionally and be on the road for about 35 weeks a year and this is one of the nicest properties I have ever been. Thanks so much. We will absolutely contact you again one day.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H., Houston, Texas

Picture do not do it justice
Our family stayed here for a week in June as a home base during our visit to The Netherlands. The owners were very welcoming and accommodating. We enjoyed being away from the city and taking day trips around Holland, both nearby and further away. We were driving so every place we visited was very accessible. The atmosphere both in the house and outdoors was very relaxing. Wonderful view of the ijsselmeer from the 3rd floor and of the beautiful green pastures all around from every room!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sky R., Northern California

We had a wonderful stay at Country and Lake
We were there in June 2010 and our family of four (two teenagers) loved it and happily would recommend it for individuals, couples or families. The house was extremely well-built and comfortable. Its unique 3-level design reminded me of things one sees in magazine articles. The views of the surroundings were relaxing and beautiful and we enjoyed them at all hours of the day. And the location made it easy to get to everywhere we wanted to. Places like Amsterdam, Edam, Volendam and Hoorn, often on bicycle as the house is located on one of the major bicycling network routes. We also rented the adjacent small apartment which provided extra space for our teenage children who sleep and wake at different hours. There is a sparkling hot tub and dry sauna. And last but not least there was Fred (“Fret”) the cat who made himself available as a companion for those who wished and did not for those who didn’t. (We all did.) The house came with bicycles that were great for pedaling to the adjacent towns (and if you want to do longer rides on bikes more precisely fitted to you there are two good rental shops in Edam). Onny and Saskia are wonderful hosts. We look forward to staying there again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

A terrific place to rent1
Our family stayed here for several days in May 2010. This rental was TERRIFIC! Very clean and neat and a great value. It is located in a beautiful setting and is quite comfortable. We enjoyed being away from the busy city and out in the country. Saski and Onny were very hospitable and took good care of us during our visit. We greatly enjoyed using the spa and sauna and slept very well in the comfortable beds. We would certainly not hesitate to stay here again and really enjoyed our visit here. I highly recommend the Country and Lake! Doug, Renee, Haley (5) and Henry (3) Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

My wife, Jan, and I recen...
My wife, Jan, and I recently spent 24 wonderful days at the Onny & Saskia’s “Country & Lake” Apartments. The location, just outside of Edam, is a great “home base” for exploring Holland. There are quite a few good restaurants in Edam, and Amsterdam is an easy 20 minute bus ride away. In addition to bus trips into Amsterdam, we used our rental car for many day trips to the tulip fields, windmills, Keukenhof Gardens, Bruges Belgium, the Hague, and many small towns in North Holland. Country & Lake is great for two couples traveling together. Our friends, Lynn and Bob Newman, were there the first two weeks. The two apartments are each completely self-sufficient and allow total privacy, yet are close enough to each other for easy access back and forth between them.The first two weeks we were in the small apartment and the last 10 days, after Lynn and Bob left, we were in the large apartment. The smaller apartment has a cozy and warm feel. The large apartment is open and spacious. Both are great in their own way. It’s really hard to say which we preferred. We loved them both. Each apartment has a private shower, tub, and toilet, with the large apartment having an extra toilet downstairs. It’s hard to find houses or apartments in Holland for rent with two complete private bathrooms, so for us that was a real plus.The common areas are a real bonus. I used the computer with it’s high-speed broadband connection extensively to print out local maps, from Mapquest, of restaurants and places I wanted to go. Jan found the laundry facilities indispensable for a 3 week stay. The hot tub was very nice also. And I can’t say enough about how nice Onny and Saskia are. They really made us feel at home there. They are very gracious and wonderful hosts. I’m just sorry we live a continent away. Leaving (after only 3 weeks) felt like we were leaving old friends. Jan wanted me to be sure and tell you, Saskia, how much we enjoyed the fresh bread you baked for us. It was wonderful. Thanks again.It should be obvious from my comments above that I wholeheartedly recommend Country & Lake to anyone visiting Holland who wants to see the “real” Holland but with the comforts of home. We do hope to return.Lew and Jan LivelyTampa, Florida
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Wir haben nur kurze 3 Tag...
Wir haben nur kurze 3 Tage in dem kleinen Apartment verbracht, aber es war sehr erholsam und ruhig. Die Einrichtung ist sehr liebevoll und schön und die Landschaft mit den vielen Pferden, Schafen und Kühen absolut idyllisch. Auch Edam ist ein sehr gemütliches Örtchen, die Restauranttips von Saskia haben uns sehr gut gefallen. Wir werden sehr gerne wieder kommen.Stephanie & Volker aus Trier
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

In May 2009 we stay for a...
In May 2009 we stay for a couple of days at Saskia and Onny's beautiful apartment in Edam was a wonderful way to explore the beautiful Holland countryside. The apartment was deluxe - great views, comfortable beds and a spacious living area. Edam is a lovely town, close to many sights. We’ll come back.Christiane Brauns & Astrid Josten
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Onze 5-daagse kennismakin...
Onze 5-daagse kennismaking met Noord-Holland was een reuze meevaller op alle gebied : prachtige streek, lieflijke steden en dorpjes, rustgevende en waterrijke natuur en ... niet te vergeten de hartelijke ontvangst. Saskia en Ollie waren de perfecte gastvrouw en -heer en immer bereid ons nuttige wenken en tips te geven. Het grote appartement bood ons alle mogelijke comfort en vanuit de ruime slaapkamer hadden we een prachtig zicht op het meer en de polders.Beslist een aanrader en vatbaar voor herhaling.Bedankt en tot ziens. Lina & Kris - Lichtervelde - België
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We came to Saskia & Onny`...
We came to Saskia & Onny`s Country&Lake for the first time in August 2005. We picked that place after extensive internet research. Looking back, we firmly believe we made the best choice we possibly could have made. The large appartement,in which we stayed for four nights, was even more impressive than we had anticipated from the web-photos. Plenty of space for us, our three girls and our small dog and especially the elegant teak-wood floors and stairs and the huge windows all around with the phantastic views were really amazing. All furniture and equipment in the appartement are top of the line items and altogether really tastefully assembled. Thus a perfect ambience for feeling home away from home (actually we felt even better than home ;o)is created. Despite bad weather, we still had a wonderful time, with the kids (as well as myself) enjoying our spa sessions on the back-yard terrace even in heavy rain. The girls also loved their huge top floor room in the tower, which made them feel like real princesses. The huge, comfortable King-bed accommodated all three of them. We did not use the sauna and exercise room, but still the availability of such facilities contributed largely to the impression of total luxury and comfort. While the comfort of the accommodation and the hospitality of Saskia (Onny was travelling while we stayed there) alone already made us want to come back, all the North Holland region has to offer still comes on top. There are beautiful widely originally restored old villages like near-by Edam, Monnickendam and Broek in Waterland, where you could have nice strolls before and/or after dinner, interesting and vivid cities like Alkmaar and Amsterdam, where you could do all the shopping and plenty of amazing landscape and nature with all the canals, geese, swans and herons, not to mention the millions of cows, sheep and horses and miles of picturesque canals all over the place. So we returned to Country&Lake in July 2006, this time for a whole week. This time we were blessed with perfect summer weather and thus experienced, that this place is a perfect bathing and swimming location also! The small beach across the quiet street outside the front-door and the dijk, which we often had entirely for ourselves and the water were perfect: warm sweet-water (!) and very shallow. This was the perfect spot for the kids to swim. In total absence of drifts and with a very gentle, soft surge we even dared leaving the kids swim and play

About the host

Hosted by Saskia Huisink-Janse

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Mostly you will be in contact with me (Saskia) I live with my husband Onny in this house already more than 23 years. My husband is director and I am the playwright. The vacation rental is something we do beside this. We love to be in contact with people from all over the world and help them to explore the Netherlands. We love to travel ourselves too, as this picture shows, taken in 2009 in Sedona.

Why they chose this property

We rent a part of our house since 1998, because our daughter flew out to live on her own and our theatre got a beautiful new house in Edam, so we could move the office and atelier. Our private house was suddenly large for the two of us, so we decided to do something more with it to be able to maintain this beautiful place where we live and to share it with other people.

What makes this property unique

Our house is situated in a beautiful, still quiet area in the Netherlands. Near Amsterdam and next to the lake. If you like to be in the countryside, but you don't want to miss Amsterdam with its interesting musea, canals and architecture, come and stay here. If you want to find out that the Netherlands is a beautiful country and has a lot more interesting things to offer than marihuana and the red light district, please come to our place and we can tell you all about it.

Languages:

English, German, Dutch

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